Montecito
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit
Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Westmont College
Explore the campus of Westmont College as part of your travels around Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.
Miramar Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Miramar Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Lotusland
Explore the great outdoors at Lotusland, a lovely green space in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Montecito Village Shopping Center
You can do some window-shopping at Montecito Village Shopping Center during your stay in Santa Barbara. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church
After visiting Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Top hotels in Montecito
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Best service
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
Now my favorite hotel in SB. Convenient, quaint, great amenities, has everything you need: filtered water, carbonated water, clean gym, lobby bar with great drinks and snacks. Will now be my go to hotel
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Clean rooms
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Inn By The Harbor
Wonderful. Love the friendly staff, comfy, clean, fully renovated rooms. Mickey was the most amazing front desk clerk, concierge!!!! Great hospitality from all, thank you!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Clean room
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Very cute property, it’s very clean and a basic breakfast in the morning included, if you wake up in time. Nice to have the option to have a balcony which we did choose. The staff were very helpful.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Montecito
Eastside
While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
East Beach
East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.
The Funk Zone
Travellers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.
Laguna
Laguna might not have many top sights, but Presidio Santa Barbara and Lobero Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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